1999 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Ranger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |